Investing.com -- The U.S. government is in the process of developing a plan that could potentially provide Russia with relief from sanctions. This move is part of President Donald Trump’s efforts to mend relations with Moscow and bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine, according to a Monday report by Reuters.

The White House has reportedly instructed the State and Treasury departments to compile a roster of sanctions that could possibly be lifted. This list is expected to be a topic of discussion between U.S. officials and Russian representatives in the ensuing days. These discussions are part of the administration’s wider dialogue with Moscow aimed at improving diplomatic and economic ties.

Officials often create so-called options papers as part of their work on sanctions. However, the White House’s recent specific request for such a document emphasizes Trump and his advisors’ readiness to lighten Russian sanctions as part of a potential agreement with Moscow.

As of now, it remains unclear what the U.S. might specifically request in exchange for any easing of sanctions on Russia.

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